41 Foods That Are Bad for Your Heart
Danishes, doughnuts, and other bakery goodies are high in fat, sugar, and white flour and may transport trans fats into your bloodstream.
As a reminder, “trans fat can increase risk of developing heart disease since they simultaneously lower good cholesterol and raise bad cholesterol,” Fisher says.
26 Crescent rolls
Don’t be fooled by the label lingo. “Even when the nutrition facts list ‘0 grams of trans fats,’ it’s always important to read the ingredients,” Werner says. “If you see hydrogenated oil, there’s a small amount of hidden trans fat,” which can add up quickly after multiple rolls. “Sticking to one portion is an option, but why risk it?” she asks.
27 Certain frozen entrees
Flip over the package and study up on the sodium content. Take note of how much you’ll eat, not how much is in each serving.
“Some frozen foods and meals can pack over 1,000 milligrams of sodium in just one meal, and some in even just one serving,” Werner says. “That means one meal could get you to half your daily quota. To help keep your blood pressure under control, read those labels carefully.”
28 Store-bought energy bars
“So many energy and meal replacement bars are fancy candy bars marketed as healthy,” Fisher says.
While some are crafted from real food, hundreds of scary nutrition facts panels are hiding in the energy bar aisle.
“Read the labels and avoid highly processed options. Go for granola or energy bars that contain less than five grams of sugar per serving,” Fisher says. “I prefer bars that have few ingredients and are mainly nut-based for an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids.”
